PLC Controls Technician / Engineering Technician I

Oatey Company • Cleveland, OH

7d • $22 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the industrial maintenance and engineering teams on the respective shift on the production floor. The engineering technician applies skills learned on job as an industrial maintenance technician role and knowledge learned in engineering / technology degree program to ensure production equipment is kept up and running.

Requirements

• Ability to use computer based diagnostic programs such as PLC viewers, encoder setups, hydraulic systems tuning, etc.
• Excellent hands-on skills as evidenced by a minimum of 3-5 years as a professional industrial maintenance technician and / or evidence of successful completion of a recognized training program covering multiple skilled manufacturing disciplines.
• Industrial Maintenance knowledge and skills including but not limited to:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of various equipment (drills, saws, hand tools, electronics, welder, torch, etc.) and a variety of maintenance equipment.
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to take initiative in the problem solving process.
• Ability to keep track of multiple maintenance requests in fast paced environment.
• Ability and willingness to successfully complete the 24-hour Haz Mat training refresher course provided by the company and adhere to appropriate procedures.
• Understand, comprehend and comply with the Lock Out Tag Out procedures with all equipment
• Understand, comprehend and comply with all safety programs and policies
• Demonstrates in-depth understanding of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems, Digital Electronics, PLC trouble shooting, and applies knowledge and principles to troubleshoot
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and supportive to meet changing work demands.
• Strong communication and a service mentality as evidenced in providing frequent and actionable updates/status of equipment.
• Basic math, reading and writing skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Accuracy in measuring.
• Decision making skills.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Problem solving skills.
• Verifiable successful work experience as an industrial maintenance technician supporting a high volume, 24 hour manufacturing operation
• Ability to map out and communicate the troubleshooting process
• Ability to use basic pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical controls to repair machinery and/or implement new machinery
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible in their work assignments/schedules and supportive to meet changing work demands Eager to learn new processes, systems and equipment and willing to invest resources in their own vocational development.
• Collaborative – thrives in a fast paced team environment

Responsibilities

• This position includes and expands on the job requirements of the Industrial Maintenance Technician II role.
• The Engineering Technician will provide tactical and strategic guidance on the floor and support equipment uptime and maintenance through effective diagnostic trouble shooting and maintenance intervention.
• Consult regularly with engineering, maintenance and production plant leadership to ensure effective focus of shift maintenance team on safety and production.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree